• A vintage Black Hills gold opal pendant against a black background, showing a faint blue color in the opal.
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Cheyenne | Vintage Crystal Opal on 10k Black Hills Gold Pendant, c.1980's

Cheyenne | Vintage Crystal Opal on 10k Black Hills Gold Pendant, c.1980's

$680.00 USD
$680.00 USD
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Meet Cheyenne,

A Vintage Black Hills Gold Opal Pendant with a One-of-Kind History

This vintage Black Hills gold pendant carries a history all its own. A classic 1980s design, it showcases the signature grapevine motif, crafted with 12k rose and green gold leaves on a solid 10k gold framework. At some point in its journey, it was uniquely customized with a dangling Australian semi-crystal opal, introducing a one-of-a-kind element to the traditionally uniform Black Hills style.

The opal plays with rolling flashes of green, red, and orange, accented by yellow and blue overtones. It is set in a vintage 14k gold bezel, with the back of the setting stamped “14K”. The main pendant itself bears the markings “Black Hills Gold J Co” and “10K 12K”, signifying its origin and composition.

A rare vintage find with an element of mystery—perfect for those who appreciate pieces with character and history.

18-inch gold plated sterling silver box chain included.


 

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The Stone: Natural Semi-Crystal Opal, solid

  • origin: Coober Pedy, Australia
  • shape: oval cabochon
  • stone measurements (millimeters): 6.67mm x 4.70mm
  • stone measurements (inches): 0.25" x 0.2"
  • brightness of color play: 3 of 5
  • body tone: N7
  • color play description: predominantly green/red with blue undertones

The Setting: Bezel-Set Black Hills Gold Grapeleaf Design Pendant, chain included

  • pendant metal: 10k and 12k yellow and rose gold, solid
  • stone orientation: North-South
  • pendant length (including bail): 43.14mm (1.7")
  • pendant width: 16.39mm (0.66")
  • bail opening width: 2.19mm
  • pendant weight: 3.01 grams (not including chain)
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